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How to Check Glo Data Balance in 2023 (A Quick guide)

If you are a Glo subscriber and you dont know how to check glo data balance, then this article is specifically written for you. 

How to check Glo data balance

Glo is one of the network service providers in Nigeria and with a single code, you know exactly how much you have in your account and if you are eligible to make international calls, local calls, send a friend airtime, buy data, or do other things with your airtime.

If you’re a Glo subscriber or you intend to be one, you should read this article. Or maybe a family friend or relative requires your help for his Glo network provider, here is the place to get help.

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Glo Nigeria

Glo Nigeria is a short name for Globacom Limited. It started in Nigeria on August 29th, 2003.

Mike Adenuga, the founder, has worked tirelessly since its foundation to grow the company to what it is now. The company now employs over 3000 people both in Nigeria and other parts of the country 

Also, this network has over 45 million users and in 2018 it was the second largest network service provider in Nigeria.

Furthermore, Glo Nigeria has 3 independent enterprises which include 

  • Glo Mobile – the network work providers with over 45 million subscribers 
  • Glo 1 submarine cable – this is the first submarine cable to enter Nigeria from the United Kingdom (UK). Which will help to aid a satisfying user experience 
  • Glo broad access – another division of Glo Nigeria that encapsulates a lot of users’ experience activities like gaming, videos, and lots more
  • Glo Gateway – Here is another division that gives the state-the-art type of network to subscribers.

Glo is also available in other African countries and they are doing well to cover the whole of Africa and give users the best Network.

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How to check Glo data Balance (step by step guide)

code to check GLO data balance

Checking your Glo balance is not hard at all. Once you follow these steps you are sure to get your balance report on the surface of your phone in a matter of seconds 
There are 3 ways you can check your data balance if you are a Glo user, you can check it via SMS, USSD code or you can check it online.
Also know that whichever method you choose, checking your balance is free and it will not change anything on your phone.

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Here are the methods on how to check glo data balance: 

how to check Glo data balance via SMS

This is an easy task, here are the steps

step 1

Make sure your SIM is inside your phone and it is connected to the Glo network

STEP 2

Dial *127*0#, and in a matter of seconds your airtime balance will pop up.

STEP 3

Or you can dial *777#, and select the data plan you are on.

STEP 4

Select manage data 

STEP 5

Your data balance will pop up immediately 

HOW TO CHECK GLO DATA BALANCE VIA USSD CODE

This is an easy task, here are the steps

STEP 1

Ensure that your SIM is inside your phone and it is connected to the Glo network

step 2

Text ‘INFO’ to 127 and a text message will be sent to you automatically showing you your data balance.

HOW TO CHECK GLO DATA BALANCE ONLINE

his is also very easy, follow the steps below

step 1

Make sure your phone is connected to a working network provider.

step 2

Log into the Glo hsi portal and fill in your information and follow the steps to get your data balance

Also, you can buy data on the Glo hsi portal and do many other services that are there.

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How to check Glo data balance

Generally, the code used to check your Glo data balance is *122#. However, depending on the offer you opt for, the USSD code may vary.

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Here are some quick codes for different bonuses:

Glo Berekete tariff plan – *230*1#
Data bonus for Glo welcome back users –  *122*34# – 
Glo BUMPA package offer – *127*0#
Unlocked data bonus for Glo welcome back offer – *122*35# 
#122*2# – it’s a quick code to use if you have subscribed to BUMPA package
 Campus booster voice bonus – *122*10# 
Glo Amebo data balance – *555*5#

By dialing any of this code as it applies to you, you will see your data balance on your screen immediately.

HOW TO CHECK GLO NIGHT DATA BALANCE

There is no special code for checking Glo night data balance you can check your Glo night balance by using the normal method for checking the data balance, they include.

step 1

Dial *127*0# on your Glo line, and your data balance will show immediately

step 2

Send ‘INFO’ to 127

step 3

Dial *777#, and select your data plan. Your data balance will show immediately 

HOW TO BORROW DATA FROM GLO

It is easy to borrow data on Glo. Follow the steps below:

step 1

Dial *321# on your phone

step 2

A popup menu will be displayed, with two options (borrow data or borrow airtime)

step 3

Choose borrow data

step 4

Another popup menu will emerge with a list of data about what you are eligible to borrow

step 5

Choose anyone and confirm
In a short while, your account will be credited.

Note that if you borrow data or airtime, a 15% service fees usually apply
You can also borrow data by visiting the Glo hsi portal and following the instructions there to buy data.

HOW TO CHECK GLO AIRTIME BALANCE.

This is very easy, follow the steps below.

step 1

First, make sure your SIM is inside your phone and it is connected to the Glo network

step 2

Dial *124#, and in a matter of seconds your airtime balance will pop up.

Note that, using this code is free and it will not change anything on your phone.

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Why Can’t I Check My Glo Balance?

How to check Glo account balance

There are some reasons you may not be able to check your Glo data balance. Sometimes it may be your service provider or your phone setting

However, check out some reasons below and see if an adjustment will help you know your data balance.

  • Check if your phone is on “flight mode”. If it is, remove it because your SIM cannot be connected to your service providers
  • Check if you are dialing your Glo line. If you dial on another SIM the code won’t work properly.
  • Try using the USSD code, SMS, or online methods before confirming that you can’t check your data balance 
  • The network in your area may be poor. Give it some time, or move out of that location and try it again.

If all these don’t work out you can contact Glo customer care and report the issue 

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If you are using a Glo SIM, know that it is not difficult to check your airtime or data balance as we have seen above. A 3-digit number is always the case and it’s easy to keep in mind. 

In case you mix up some of the codes for checking the glo data balance, you can always refer to this article on “how to check glo data balance”.

Thank you!

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